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Denton Mateychuk • D • Blue Jackets

Denton Mateychuk Back in Action Wednesday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Denton Mateychuk (upper body) will rejoin the lineup on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Flyers. He has been out for six games due to an upper-body injury. Jake Christiansen will make way for Mateychuk in the lineup. It's been a good sophomore campaign for Mateychuk, as the 21-year-old has tallied 21 points (eight goals, 13 assists) in 44 outings while blocking 63 shots. He will join Ivan Provorov on the second defensive pairing, and the two will be part of the second power-play unit as well. Forward Miles Wood (upper body) will also re-enter the Blue Jackets lineup on Wednesday after missing 12 games, giving the in-form team a further boost.

8 hours ago

Jet Greaves • G • Blue Jackets

Jet Greaves Keeps Stars Off Scoreboard With 28 Saves

Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Jet Greaves recorded his first shutout of the season in Thursday's tough matchup against the Dallas Stars, finishing a 1-0 victory with 28 saves. Zach Werenski did the business at the other end. Greaves has become a solid option for fantasy managers as the season has progressed. Currently, he is on an 8-4-1 run over his last 13 starts. The 24-year-old has allowed two or fewer goals six times over that span. For the season, Greaves holds a 15-12-6 record, with a 2.62 goals-against average and a .910 save percentage.

5 days ago

Mason Marchment • LW • Blue Jackets

Mason Marchment Available Versus Stars

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment (upper body) was activated from Injured Reserve and is set to rejoin the lineup on Thursday against the Dallas Stars. Marchment hasn't played for eight games due to an upper-body injury. He is projected to have a top-line role against Dallas, skating with Adam Fantilli and Kirill Marchenko. Marchment is also on track to join the first power-play unit. The 30-year-old, who was acquired from Seattle on Dec. 19, has been a perfect fit in Columbus. He has recorded five goals and two assists in seven outings with his new team.

6 days ago

Damon Severson • D • Blue Jackets

Damon Severson Back for Blue Jackets Thursday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson (illness) is ready to re-enter the lineup on Thursday against the Vancouver Canucks. He missed Tuesday's victory over the Calgary Flames due to illness. Severson is a solid top-four piece for Columbus and will skate with Ivan Provorov. Additionally, he will rejoin the second power-play unit. Severson has collected 17 points (three goals, 14 assists) in 45 appearances, with 59 shots, 48 blocks, and 31 hits. The Blue Jackets' defense will also welcome back Erik Gudbranson (hip) on Thursday night. He will join the third defensive pairing after missing nearly three months with a hip injury. Egor Zamula and Dysin Mayo will exit the lineup.

Jan 15

Zach Werenski • D • Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Totals Three Points in Tuesday's Win

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski posted his fifth three-point game of the season on Tuesday night, helping Rick Bowness enjoy a winning debut as the team's new head coach in a 5-3 victory over the Calgary Flames. Werenski scored a power-play goal in the third period and finished with two even-strength assists. It was Werenski's 15th consecutive home appearance with at least one point. Werenski is now just three points behind Colorado's Cale Makar in the battle for the NHL's highest-scoring defenseman honors. He has recorded 50 points (17 goals, 33 assists) in 42 contests. Werenski could soon move past Makar, as Columbus will play six of its next seven games on home ice.

Jan 14

Jet Greaves • G • Blue Jackets

Jet Greaves Beats Mammoth With 25 Saves

Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Jet Greaves bounced back from three consecutive losses on Sunday with a 3-2 overtime win against the Utah Mammoth. He had 25 saves as Columbus turned a 2-1 deficit into a win with a pair of power-play goals. Graves had won four of five starts before suddenly cooling off at the start of this month. Still, he has enjoyed a good campaign in Columbus, posting a 2.71 goals-against average with a .908 save percentage. If Greaves can keep up these numbers for the rest of the way, his 13-12-6 record is poised to improve.

Jan 12

Denton Mateychuk • D • Blue Jackets

Denton Mateychuk Sustains Upper-Body Injury Sunday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Denton Mateychuk (upper body) played only one shift in Sunday's 3-2 overtime win against the Utah Mammoth. He exited the game with an upper-body injury after taking a hard hit from Mammoth forward Brandon Tanev. Mateychuk is having a strong sophomore campaign, recording 21 points (eight goals, 13 assists), 52 shots, and 63 blocks in 44 appearances. He has been Zach Werenski's partner on the first defensive pairing. If Mateychuk has to miss time, Columbus will bring Jake Christiansen back into the lineup.

Jan 12

Brendan Smith • D • Blue Jackets

Brendan Smith Out for 3-4 Months After Surgery

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Brendan Smith (knee) underwent surgery and is expected to be out for 3-4 months. He had a procedure to repair a torn meniscus in his knee. Smith suffered the injury on Dec. 29 against the Ottawa Senators. Columbus placed him on Injured Reserve last week. Smith, a 15-year veteran, has made 15 appearances this season for the Blue Jackets, registering two assists, 10 shots, 11 blocks, and 12 hits. Given his recovery timeline, Smith might be done for the rest of the 2025-26 regular season.

Jan 9

Mason Marchment • LW • Blue Jackets

Mason Marchment Placed on Injured Reserve, Out Week-to-Week

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment (upper body) was placed on Injured Reserve, ruling him out for at least three games. He has already skipped one contest due to an upper-body injury. The team considers Marchment week-to-week. Losing Marchment is a significant blow for the Blue Jackets, as he's had an impressive start with his new team. Since coming over from Seattle, Marchment has averaged a point per game in seven outings, scoring five goals. Columbus has replaced Marchment on the roster with Mikael Pyyhtia, but it's unclear whether he'll make the lineup for Thursday's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Jan 8

Mason Marchment • LW • Blue Jackets

Mason Marchment Out Tuesday

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment (lower body) won't be in the lineup on Tuesday against the San Jose Sharks, Max Miller of NHL.com reports. The 30-year-old re-aggravated a lower-body injury during the morning skate. Marchment has been a great fit in Columbus since being acquired from the Seattle Kraken, logging seven points (five goals, two assists) in as many games. Fortunately for the Blue Jackets, Sean Monahan (undisclosed) will return to the lineup, helping to compensate for the loss of Marchment. It's a favorable fantasy matchup for Columbus' frontline, as San Jose allows the second-most goals in the league (3.54).

Jan 6

Sean Monahan • C • Blue Jackets

Sean Monahan Available Tuesday

Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan (undisclosed) will play in Tuesday's contest against the San Jose Sharks. He has missed four games due to an undisclosed injury. In his last appearance, Monahan produced two assists. However, it hasn't been a great campaign for the 31-year-old, as his impact on the offensive end has been limited to 19 points (five goals, 14 assists) in 37 games. Monahan is currently on an 11-game goalless streak, but he will have a good opportunity to end that drought on Tuesday when Columbus faces the NHL's second-weakest defense.

Jan 6

Sean Monahan • C • Blue Jackets

Sean Monahan Expected to Return Tuesday

Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan (undisclosed) is expected to rejoin the lineup on Tuesday, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports. Due to an unspecified injury, the veteran forward skipped a fourth consecutive game on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Monahan has been banged up all season, severely limiting his impact. Over his last 20 appearances, Monahan has landed on the score sheet only six times. He boasts 19 points (five goals, 14 assists) in 37 games for the season. Charlie Coyle and Cole Sillinger have shared the second-line center role during Monahan's absence. He will probably reclaim the spot on Tuesday against the San Jose Sharks.

Jan 4

Zach Werenski • D • Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Ready to Return Saturday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) plans to return to the lineup Saturday against the Buffalo Sabres, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. He has missed four games due to a lower-body injury. The team moved Brendan Smith (lower body) to Injured Reserve on Friday, allowing Werenski to be activated for Saturday's contest. Werenski, who has just been named to Team USA for the 2026 Olympics, was in red-hot form before his injury, averaging two points per game across five appearances. He's having a career year with the Blue Jackets, scoring a team-high 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 35 outings. Denton Mateychuk has filled in for Werenski on the first power-play unit and will lose fantasy value with his return.

Jan 2

Miles Wood • LW • Blue Jackets

Blue Jackets Place Miles Wood on Injured Reserve

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Miles Wood (lower body) was placed on Injured Reserve on Thursday, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. Wood was injured during Wednesday's matchup against the New Jersey Devils. According to Portzline, the veteran forward may have suffered an ankle injury. Wood, who has recorded 12 points (eight goals, four assists) in 32 games this season, started Wednesday's contest on the second line. Recently acquired Danton Heinen was recalled from the minors to fill Wood's spot on the roster. Heinen is a former 40-point scorer but hasn't provided fantasy value in 2025-26, registering two points (one goal, one assist) in 13 NHL outings.

Jan 1

Miles Wood • LW • Blue Jackets

Miles Wood Exits Early Wednesday

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Miles Wood (lower body) was injured during the first period of Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the New Jersey Devils. He logged only 2:51 of ice time before suffering a lower-body injury. "It doesn't look good," Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason said about the injury postgame. Wood has recently been part of Columbus' top-six group, though he hasn't done any scoring in 10 straight outings. For the season, the veteran has managed eight goals and 12 points in 32 appearances. On Wednesday, the Blue Jackets were also without Sean Monahan (undisclosed) for a second straight game, so their attacking department has taken several blows in a short span. Cole Sillinger has taken Monahan's spot on the second line, while Kent Johnson might be the replacement for Wood if needed.

Jan 1

Sean Monahan • C • Blue Jackets

Sean Monahan Sits Out Wednesday's Game

Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan (undisclosed) will miss a second straight game on Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils. He was an unexpected scratch on Monday against the Ottawa Senators and still appears to be dealing with a health issue that prevents him from playing. The veteran has been banged up all season, so it isn't surprising that he is taking some time off. Monahan's ongoing health issues have affected his performance, limiting him to just 19 points (five goals, 14 assists) in 37 games. On Monday, Cole Sillinger was promoted from the fourth line to the top six and contributed two assists in a 4-1 victory. Sillinger is projected to remain as the second-line center on Wednesday, enhancing his fantasy appeal.

Dec 31

Zach Werenski • D • Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Misses Fourth Straight Game Wednesday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) will remain out for a fourth consecutive game on Wednesday versus the New Jersey Devils. Werenski's big campaign has been disrupted by a lower-body injury. However, Blue Jackets head coach Dave Evason said Werenski could be ready to return on Saturday against the Buffalo Sabres. As a result of Werenski's absence, Dante Fabbro's playing time has significantly increased, as he has joined Ivan Provorov on the first defensive pairing. Meanwhile, Denton Mateychuk has taken Werenski's place on the top power-play unit, recording a goal and two assists in the last three games.

Dec 31

Kirill Marchenko • RW • Blue Jackets

Kirill Marchenko Scores Twice in Sunday's Win

Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Kirill Marchenko scored two goals in Sunday's 4-2 victory over the New York Islanders. He had the opening goal of the game eight minutes into the contest and registered the game-winning marker with 16:41 played in the third period. Marchenko lit the lamp for a second consecutive game, producing his third multi-goal performance of the season. While Marchenko had one of the longest point streaks in franchise history earlier in the campaign with a 12-game run, he has struggled for consistency since it ended. Over the last six weeks, the Russian winger has scored points in back-to-back games just three times and hasn't produced offense in more than two consecutive games. Still, it has been a big season for Marchenko, who is Columbus' highest-scoring forward with 29 points (13 goals, 16 assists) in 33 games.

Dec 29

Zach Werenski • D • Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Unlikely to Play Sunday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) is unlikely to play in Sunday's Metropolitan Division tilt against the New York Islanders. He suffered a lower-body injury prior to the holiday break, missing his first game of the season on Monday night against the Los Angeles Kings. Werenski has been in incredible form this campaign, posting multiple points in four of his last five outings. Overall, he has managed 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 35 games. Jake Christiansen came into the lineup on Monday, while Denton Mateychuk hopped on the first power-play unit. The 21-year-old made an immediate impact with the man advantage, registering an assist.

Dec 28

Mason Marchment • LW • Blue Jackets

Mason Marchment Scores Twice Monday

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment lit the lamp twice in Monday's 3-1 road win over the Los Angeles Kings. Both tallies came on the power play during the first period. This was Marchment's second outing with his new crew, and he already has three goals to his name. Marchment has quickly adapted to his new surroundings and is well-positioned to maintain his strong offensive form, having secured a spot on the first line and the second power-play unit. For the entire campaign, Marchment has registered seven goals and 16 points in 31 appearances.

Dec 23

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